Collection: Cow's milk cheese

Kolan cheese is a true Gligora classic and the oldest cheese of the Gligora Creamery, created in 1996. This outstanding hard cheese is made from 100% cow's milk from the Zadar hinterland. Although inspired by the traditional Trappist, Kolan cheese has evolved into a unique category, keeping its name and recognisable visual identity – the label featuring the little church of St. Jerome from the Kolanje field. Kolan cheese is distinguished by pleasant aromas and a firm, structured paste. The cheese is 6 months old, and its mildness, together with moderate aromas and flavours, makes it extraordinarily popular among cheese lovers. Today Kolan is one of the best-selling hard cheeses in Croatia. The Superior expression of Gligora's Kolan — an elevated tier of one of the dairy's most cherished cow cheeses, named after the small Pag island village. Built around carefully selected wheels and given extra care in maturation, Kolan Superior reveals a beautifully complex savoury character with classic minerality and a long, polished finish. A premium choice for serious cheese tables.

Težački cheese is a unique hard cheese made from 100% cow's milk that we buy from our partners in the Rakovica area, where the cows graze on the fields near the Plitvice Lakes. The animals are kept on pasture, and the untouched nature of this area directly affects the quality and aroma of the cheese. Inspired by the simplicity and tradition of a "težački" (farmer's) life, this cheese is the result of a desire to keep a primal, natural cheese production. Though a newer member of the Gligora cheese family, it very quickly gained popularity and became one of the best-selling. The production of Težački cheese is based on a simple but reliable technology that Ivan Gligora perfected through the Kolan cheese, while Šime Gligora wanted to bring the process even closer to more authentic, natural methods. On the label of this cheese is a portrait of Šime's maternal grandfather, Jure Šmit, the first "težak" (farm worker) Šime ever met. Težački cheese is distinguished by a rich aroma and a firm texture. It matures for between 2 and 6 months, and with its balanced flavour and the simplicity of its daily production it has won numerous top awards at both domestic and international markets. The Superior expression of Gligora's Težački — an elevated tier of the dairy's most rustic, herbaceous cow cheese. Built around carefully selected wheels and given extra care in maturation.

Experience the intensified richness of a Gligora classic with Kolan Extra Old Cheese. As the oldest brand of Gligora Dairy, first created in 1996, Kolan has long been cherished. This extra-aged version (6 - 12 months) takes our beloved 100% cow's milk cheese from the Zadar hinterland to an entirely new level of culinary excellence. What makes Kolan Extra Old special? Extended Aging: Through a prolonged maturation process, the cheese develops a much firmer, crystalline texture and a deeper, robust flavor profile. Intense Tasting Notes: The familiar pleasant aromas of regular Kolan evolve into pronounced, intense nutty notes with a savory, delicately piquant finish. Heritage & Tradition: It proudly carries its original visual identity—the iconic label featuring the Church of St. Jerome from the Kolan field. Perfect for shaving over gourmet pasta dishes, pairing with robust red wines, or taking the center stage on an exclusive cheese board.

A delicacy version of Gligora's Kolan cheese — pieces of the cows's milk cheese gently preserved in quality olive oil with fresh sage leaves. The cheese softens slightly in the oil, drinking in the herbal aroma to become a sumptuous, ready-to-serve antipasti star: spreadable on warm bread, beautiful alongside cured meats, or simply spooned onto a plate as the centrepiece of a thoughtful Mediterranean board. 190 g · Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia

A 650 g quarter wheel of Gligora's premium Težački Superior — a hard cow's milk cheese from continental Croatia, named after the 'težaci,' the hardworking peasants who traditionally crafted this style at home for generations. The Superior tier represents Gligora's most refined expression: longer ageing, fuller flavour development, deeper character. Pale straw-gold paste with a crumbly, lightly crystalline texture; aromas of dried herbs, butter, ripe stone fruit and a soft, savoury character. Long, savoury finish.Excellent on a cheese board alongside Pošip or Plavac Mali, drizzled with herb honey, or simply paired with dried fruits and a glass of considered Croatian wine.650 g · Gligora, Croatia · Cow's milk · Quarter wheel

Discover the richness of flavour of the island of Pag and Dalmatia in one exclusive package. This set brings the three best-known Gligora cheeses, each in practical pre-cut form (one-eighth of a wheel), offering you a complete gastronomic journey through the best of Croatian cheesemaking. What's in the set? Pag Cheese (PDO) – The king of Croatian cheeses: Made from 100% sheep's milk from the island of Pag, this cheese with the protected designation of origin (PDO) matures for 6 to 12 months. It is characterised by an intense aroma, a grainy texture and a rich flavour of pastures rich in sea spray and medicinal herbs. Kolan Cheese – Tradition and quality: A hard cheese made from 100% cow's milk, aged for a minimum of 4 months. Inspired by the Trappists, Kolan has become synonymous with premium cow's milk cheese in Croatia, recognisable for its pleasant aromas and firm structure. Kozlar Cheese – Freshness of Dalmatia: A semi-hard cheese made from 100% goat's milk from northern Dalmatia. The younger cheese (1-2 months) has mild and pleasant aromas and is ideal for those looking for a lighter yet characterful goat cheese. Serving suggestion: Build a premium "Gligora platter" – cut the cheeses into triangles and serve with Dalmatian prosciutto, olives, dried figs and walnuts. Each cheese has its own wine: Kozlar loves a fresh Malvazija, Kolan pairs with lighter reds, while Pag cheese calls for a full-bodied Plavac Mali or Teran.

A 100 g pre-sliced cheese platter from Gligora — featuring three of the dairy's flagship hard cheeses: Težaki, Dinarski and Žigljen. Each slice delivers a different facet of the Gligora style: from the fresh, herbal character of Težaki to the long-aged complexity of Žigljen. The perfect quick-cheese-board solution: open, lay onto a wooden board, add olives and bread, pour a Croatian white.100 g · Gligora, Pag Island, Croatia · Pre-sliced platter

Smoked Kolan Cheese is crafted from cow's milk and naturally smoked over beechwood, giving it a distinctive golden-brown rind and an intense, mildly sweet smoky aroma. The paste is firm and compact, with a rich, full flavour. Perfect for a cheese board, enjoyed on its own with a glass of red wine, or thinly sliced alongside prosciutto and olives.

A signature gift from the Gligora dairy — a hand-assembled wooden cheese house holding four of the dairy's most loved cheeses: Težački, Kolan, Dinarski and Žigljen. Together they tell the story of Pag island in a single board: from the fresh herbal Težački to the deep crystalline savouriness of long-aged Žigljen. A truly memorable gift for any cheese lover, ready to open straight onto the table.

A cow's milk cheese from Croatia's mainland, aged to the demanding Superior standard — Težački (from „težak“, the worker/labourer) is Gligora's tribute to Croatia's hardworking continental farming tradition. Firm, straw-golden paste with layered, savoury depth; notes of hay, warm butter and toasted nuts carry through to a long, quietly minerally finish. This 190 g vacuum-sealed portion is a mature choice for the cheese board, shaved over pasta or grated into risotto. Pair with a fuller Croatian red — Plavac Mali, Frankovka or an oaked white.190 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Croatia · Cow's milk · Superior line

Discover the variety of Croatian pastures through three legendary cheeses from the Gligora Creamery. This set brings a perfect balance between a classic cow's milk cheese and award-winning mixed-milk cheeses that have claimed the most prestigious international prizes. What's in the set? Kolan cheese: A hard cheese made from 100% cow's milk, matured for a minimum of 4 months. Its pleasant aroma and firm yet melting texture make it a perfect introduction to any tasting. Žigljen cheese: This exceptional mixed-milk cheese is made by combining cow's and sheep's milk. Žigljen perfectly balances the mildness of cow's milk and the distinctive sharpness of Pag sheep's milk, delivering a rich and full flavour. Dinarski cheese: A unique blend of goat's milk from southern Dalmatia and cow's milk from inland Croatia. Dinarski cheese is a multi-award-winning delicacy with a distinctive, mildly piquant aroma that comes from quality goat's milk. Serving suggestion: Serve the cheeses with homemade prosciutto, capers and nuts. Because of the richness of the mixed-milk cheeses (Žigljen and Dinarski), this platter pairs excellently with fuller white wines or medium-bodied reds such as Merlot.

A signature gift from the Gligora dairy — a hand-assembled wooden “shepherd's hut” (pastirska kućica) holding four of the house's most loved cheeses: Kolan, the PDO Paški sir, Kozlar (goat-milk speciality) and the long-aged Žigljen. Together they tell the story of Pag island in a single board: from the bright, fresh notes of Kolan to the mineral-driven complexity of mature Pag cheese, the milky-tangy character of Kozlar and the deep, crystalline savouriness of Žigljen. A truly memorable gift for any cheese lover, ready to open straight onto the table.

The smoked version of Gligora's signature Kolan cheese — 100% cow's milk, slow-smoked over Croatian beechwood after ageing. The result: the familiar deep, savoury character of Kolan lifted by a warm, wood-fired aroma that lingers on the finish without ever overwhelming the milk. Firm, deep-golden paste with a golden-amber rind; clean smoked-savoury profile that turns any cheese board into something memorable. This 650 g quarter wheel is the serious format — enough for slow slicing over cheese-board evenings, and generous enough to melt into rustic pastas, grilled sandwiches or Croatian mountain-style dishes. 650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Beechwood-smoked · Quarter wheel

The Superior tier of Gligora's flagship Kolan cheese — an award-winning classic made from 100% cow's milk, aged longer and with more attention in Gligora's cellars to bring out the deepest expression of the style. Firm, deep-golden paste with pronounced crystalline structure; profound layered aromatics of dried hazelnut, toasted grain, Adriatic salt-flowers and long-aged cow's milk. Long, complex, unmistakably world-class finish.The Superior tier represents Gligora's most decorated work: multiple international gold medals, and a benchmark against which other Croatian cow's milk cheeses are measured. This 650 g quarter wheel is a collector's format — a serious slow-eating piece for the discerning cheese-board.650 g · Sirana Gligora, Kolan, Pag Island, Croatia · 100% cow's milk · Superior line · Aged · Quarter wheel